BREAD AND SALT. Wine. A broom or sack of flour. Honey, pineapples, even bluebirds – a symbol of happiness – have been bestowed on people moving into new homes over the centuries.
Fall is a busy time for relocating, and many people have recently done so because of pandemic-related changes in work, school and home life.
So if you’re looking for some modern housewarming presents to go with (or instead of) the traditional ones, we’ve got some suggestions from interior designers for both new renters and new owners.
AT THE FRONT DOOR
Baylee Floyd, an Orlando, Florida-based designer with the online platform Decorist, suggests giving your friends a welcome mat. “A front door mat is always a great gift – I get custom, monogrammed mats made to help them really make their place feel like home,” she says.
Etsy.com and others offer customizable mats, or you can shop Grandin Road,
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